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Sharon Lynn Pretorius

Sharon Pretorius Obituary

Sharon Lynn Pretorius disappeared at age 13 in 1973 from the Dayton View neighborhood.

Published by Dayton Daily News on Jul. 22, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Sharon Pretorius

43 Entries

Valencia Randolph

September 27, 2023

My deep belated condolences to you Mrs. Pretoria and family..May Jehovah keep providing you guys with peace patience and love. I lived in the neighborhood and went to Cornell Heights Schl. I pray one day that you guys find the answers thats needed for a complete closure of Sharon's case. May Jehovah continue to bless you all, keep the remainder of God's promises of the resurrection hope.
The Randolph Family

Beverly Holloway

November 25, 2022

I lived on Cornell Drive near Gettysburg and attended Cornell Heights. I remember the day that Sharon went missing and I've thought about her from time to time over the years, wondering whatever happened to her. I can't imagine the grief her loved ones have experienced. God Bless and may her soul be @ peace.

Beverly Holloway

Monica Coble

May 9, 2018

I lived in the Dayton View neighborhood near her, she was in my 6th grade class at Cornell Heights, she was always so nice to me and she was a very special person,and she delivered our newspaper to my family........an angel..........Monica (Smith)....

Jolene Wallace

August 3, 2006

Mrs. Pretorious, I lived around the ocrner from you when everything happened, and I worked with you at Dunbar. Through all of these years, I never forgot. Memories are visions of the past. I wish you great and happy memories of a love that can never be taken from you. May God bless you all.

Sharon Fahrer

August 1, 2006

I was a classmate of Doug's at Fairview High School and remember when Sharon disappeared. I have thought of her over the years and wondered if she had ever been found. I just happened to be in Ohio visiting my parents the Sunday that the article about her memorial service was in the newspaper. My question was answered but not in the way that I had always hoped. I hope that the service went well and brought your family some closure as you honored her memory. Sharon will forever remain in your hearts and the hearts of those her life touched.

Clara-Denise Cobb

August 1, 2006

Dear Pretorius family, my family lived in the same neighborhood for many years. I remember Sharon and how she was so attentive to her siblings. My fondest memory of her was at the speech contest; Cornell Heights School. Sharon's entry was excellent! She made me smile and I cherish that memory because I was extremely shy. Sharon always had a way of making others smile. She was a good friend. Sharon will always be in our hearts and the Pretorius family in our prayers.

As a former classmate, I would like to Thank all of those who remember Sharon at Cornell Heights and Fairview that attended the Memorial Service. GOD BLESS!

Rochelle Vela

July 31, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family always.

Love, Rochelle Brousseau Vela and family

Peggy (Brousseau) Drexel

July 31, 2006

My sincere thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you always.

Annette (Triplett) Ridley

July 28, 2006

I remember Sharon from grade school at Cornell Heights. I was new to the neighborhood then and was not doing good at making new friends. On a field trip to the circus I forgot my lunch and Sharon was the only person that noticed. She shared her lunch with me that day and I became her instant friend. That first year at a new school became a lot better with Sharon. We use to meet at her house on Cornell and walk to Camp Fire Girls meeting together. (One of the best parts of going to Camp Fire Girls was the talking we did on the way there and the way back.)We had a quiet understanding of that toughness a girl has when she grows up between all those brothers. (my tomboyish ways did't scare her off. ) I remember when she got a paper route. Then eventually, I conviced my mom it was okay for girls to have a paper route "because Sharon had one."(smiles)

When Sharon was skipped from 8th grade to high school we did not see each other much but our paper routes would meet at a house on Tennyson and sometimes we would get a chance to say hi or talk. I appreciate Sharon being a friend to me at a time in my life when friends where few.( "A friend loveth at all time..." Proverbs 17:17)

marjallie schrock

July 28, 2006

With love and support I send my sympathy to my cousin, Marycarol, and to her family as they move to find closure with this loss. Our family has met the Pretorius family and have felt their loss for many years also. We will be with you in spirit on Saturday as you say your goodbyes to Sharon. She was everything these kind words say about her. Love to all of you. .

"Peggy" and Vic Brousseaus' family - Betty Stanchina

July 28, 2006

Your loss was felt into northern Michigan in 1973 and again now 33 years later. As part of the Weine family, the Brousseaus' kept hope in our hearts over the years that your family would one day find closure. We can not imagine the grief experienced by your family but we know the strength gained through the love and support of your entire extended family has brought you to this memorial service. We pray that you may continue to find His blessings in your memories of Sharon of knowing that it is in God's grace that Sharon has been placed and in the company of angels like Uncle Art and Aunt Miriam.

Janice {Faller) Jackson

July 27, 2006

My sympathy and prayers go out to all of you as they have many times over these past years Richard was a classmate of mine in Ft. Recovery Sharon was a friend of my sister Cindy We have a picture of Sharon at Cindy's 11th birthday party .I pray you will feel God's peace and love at the service

Mary Ann (Brown) Olding

July 27, 2006

Dear Marycarol and family,

We lived almost next door on Wiggs Street in Ft. Recovery for a few years. The Brown kids walked to school with the Pretorius children, and they played together for several summers in the late 1960s. I also remember your devoted work setting up a rehabilitation center for children who needed help retraining muscles and nervous systems so they could walk again. You have our sympathy and prayers for the years your family has suffered due to the painful anguish of losing your beloved Sharon.

Moida Freeman-Howard

July 27, 2006

Mrs Pretorius, I was a cheerleader at Roosevelt when you were a librarian, I have never forget your sadness as a mother, your ability to cope and live for the rest of your family members, may God continue to heal your hearts.

Steve Brown

July 27, 2006

I remember the good times we had playing with the Pretorius kids on Wiggs Street in Fort Recovery.

Brian was my best friend then, but we lost track of each other. Brian, I hope to see you at the funeral. I would love to catch up after all these years. May the Lord bless your family. Our prayers are with you.

Becky (Hart) Shideler

July 26, 2006

I would like to extend my sympathy to the entire Pretorius family. I was a friend of Sharon's when you lived in Fort Recovery and fondly remember the fun times we shared. May knowing that Sharon and your family have been in the thoughts and prayers of so many over the years offer some comfort to you. God bless you.

Mike Wuebker

July 26, 2006

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the entire Pretorious family. I was a classmate of Sharon's many years ago in Ft. Recovery elementary. I spent many hrs. playing in your back yard as a young boy. Over the past 33 yrs. I've offered many prays for Sharon and thought of her many times. She was a friend at a very young age and I still to this day remember how she cared for others and would help anyone in need, even in grade school. I am sure Sharon is in heaven waiting for all of us to join her. May God bless you and your family Mrs. Pretorius and may peace and happiness fill your heart.

Kelly Raudabaugh

July 25, 2006

To Marybeth and your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kelly(Burdine)Raudabaugh

Fairview Highschool

Irene Stone

July 25, 2006

I want to express my most sincere sympathy to all the family. We have lived in Fort Recovery all our lives and Dr. Pretorius was our family Doctor and delivered our first son. His name is David too and I can remember your David was about the same age. I remember when Sharon was missing how I prayed that she would get to come back home. It is strange but I was just wondering last week if there was ever any news about what had Happened to Sharon. My Mother Mabel Gebele helped at your house on Wiggs Street working mostly with the VanSkyock boy. She always spoke highly of the whole family and she really hurt for Marycarol when Sharon was missing. Mother passed away three years ago. Again my deepest sympathy to all the family and I hope you find peace.

Capt Kenneth Wilson

July 25, 2006

I remember Sharon. We were in freshman English class together at Fairview at the time of her disappearance. She had such a sweet spirit. My thoughts and prayers remain with you.

Marilou & Don Shough

July 25, 2006

Dear Pretorius Family,

We do not know you but my husband and I have wondered and thought about your daughter so much over the years, since this terriable thing happened to your family. We so wanted her to be found. We are praying for you to finally find a measure of peace and comfort knowing that others care about you & your loss.

Daniel Brown

July 25, 2006

I remember Sharon and the Pretorius family from the many hours my brothers and sister and I spent in their home, barn and large yard on Wiggs Street in Fort Recovery before they moved to Dayton. My family was heartbroken in 1973 when we heard about Sharon's disappearance. We always hoped that someday she would be found, or at least the truth would be known to provide the family with some peace of mind. I sincerely hope that Saturday's memorial service helps to heal the wounds. My best wishes are with you.

Eric Bruce

July 24, 2006

I am a classmate of Sharon's from Cornell Heights and I attended Fairview with Brian. I remember Sharon as a sweet and caring person. I learned of the memorial service as I was researching in the Canton Repository. The headline read "memorial Service for Dayton girl missing 33 years ago" I knew instantly they were talking about Sharon. Sharon may be missing but memories of her kind and gentle spirit will always be kept. May God's comfort be with the Pretorius family.

Amy Good

July 24, 2006

Mrs. Pretorius, Not sure if you remember my family - the Metzger's (there were 6 of us also). We lived on Canfield a few houses down from you. I remember hiding in the big pine tree fort at the corner and the swing that hung from a big tree in your back yard, and great games of kick-ball in the back yard. I remember playing in the your basement with Brian and Mary Beth and those great popsicles you made in Dixie cups. I also remember the day Sharon disappeared. Our family was devastated. My sister Charlotte was a friend of Sharon's. She past away in 2002 due to complications from diabetes. I know she would have liked to attend this memorial. I occasionally drive by the old neighborhood and I always wondered if news was ever received of Sharon. We also held hope. I wish you and your family peace.

Amy Good (Metzger)

Lavonne Beck Adams

July 24, 2006

I remember participating in Junior Music Club with Mary Beth years ago. I wish peace and God's grace for the entire Pretorius family.

Kenneth Fresh, Jr.

July 24, 2006

My prayers go out to you. I knew Sharon very well. She and I had gone to Cornell Heights Middle School together and both of us got skipped to the ninth grade at Fairview. Once at Faiview High School we were in the band together and usually walked home together after marching band practice. I know I felt a great loss when Sharon disappeared and I can only imagine what you as a family felt. Please accept my deepest symphathies and know that God loves you and will keep each of you always.

Pamela (Jackson) Hamilton

July 24, 2006

Pretorius family - My thoughts and prayers are with you and have been with you throughout the years. I was a playmate of Mary Beth's and used to play at your home often. I loved your family and your home was truly a welcoming, warm family home. I remember Sharon and her energy. I remember her as happy and full of fun. She always made Mary Beth and I giggle with her playful teasing. I remember her answering the door with her two long ponytails and wide smile one time when I came to play with Mary Beth. That is the way I remember her - very happy. God Bless you all and may He continue to comfort you. Love, Pam

Rich Taylor

July 24, 2006

I was 9 yars old when your daughter disappeared and to this day I remember that time too well. As a father of two children now, I can't begin to fathom your loss but I hope that the emorial service and the new tidal wave of prayers being directed to you and your family offer some comfort and a bit of healing. I know I wil be praying for you all.

Shawn (Wall) Underwood

July 24, 2006

When I saw this article in the paper, the name Pretorius sounded so familiar to me. After further reading, I found that I attended Fairview with Brian. My heart goes out to your family and I wish you the closure your hearts so truly desire. May God bless you all.

Mrs. Johnson

July 24, 2006

God be with you and your family!

Retired Teacher

Roy Wood

July 24, 2006

There can be no forgetting, but may you all find peace, happiness, and comfort in each other.

Paul Lindquist

July 24, 2006

We were members with you at Messiah and our daughter Debbie was a good friend of Sharon's. Debbie was killed in a car accident when she was 22 so we share somewhat in your grief. Someone mentioned to me that 33 years for you, and 23 years for us, is a long time but I replied that no it wasn't, for us it happened yesterday. We now live in Lewisburg, OH.

Pam and Chuck Warner

July 24, 2006

My heart goes out to you. My husband and I lost are only child, Jessica last November. I feel your pain. May God give you the peace and comfort to continue On.

Scott Overman

July 23, 2006

My sympathy & prayers goes out to the Pretorius Family that they will be able to find closure. Having attended Fairview High School with Marybeth, you would never know the family was dealing with such a great loss. May God continue to Bless their Family and provide them comfort.

Amy Hertog

July 23, 2006

We are so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for your family and for Sharon. Peace be with you.

B. Odean Dearth

July 23, 2006

I know what you are going through. Our daughter was murdered on January 25, 1973 near Dayton and it also has been 33 long painful years with no answers. She also was 13 years old. God willing you can finally have some closure.

Steve Goad

July 23, 2006

My first two years of teaching were at Cornell Heights and Sharon was in my industrial arts class both years. I can still see her as if it were yesterday and just read that she was last seen on my birthday. My last years of teaching were with Sharon's lovely mother, Marycarol. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers today. Stay strong through your faith. Steve Goad

Mark Mitchell

July 23, 2006

I just wanted to say that I think of your fine family often. Brian was a great friend and the whole family was so caring and forgiving. I hope and pray you all get the closure you desire. God bless your Wonderful family..

CASSAUNDRA FORD

July 23, 2006

I WAS ALSO A LITTLE GIRL GROWING UP IN DAYTON VIEW WHEN SHARON WENT MISSING. I THINK I WAS IN THE 7TH OR 8TH GRADE. I CAN REMEMBER EVERYONE BEING NERVOUS ABOUT WALKING TO SCHOOL AND PLAYING IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD. I PRAY THAT THIS WILL BRING SOME CLOSURE TO THE FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL... A SISTER IN CHRIST

keena harding

July 23, 2006

Im so sorry, my son Killian went to Heaven just 22 months ago. i know the pain & heartbreak. May God bless you with his peace & strength until you are reunited with your precious daughter, Keena Killians Mommy

Sharon

July 23, 2006

I have always remembered your daughter. Probably becaused we share the same first name. Probably because I was just twenty then and as a young person this was the first time a missing person really touched my heart. I always hoped she would be found. My heart goes out to you.

Shannon McGauley

July 23, 2006

My heart goes out to the family, just the thought of what's happened tears at my heart! May God continue to guide you and peace you searching for!!

Francine Zavakos-Gibbons

July 22, 2006

May her memories be eternal.

I recall when she was reported missing, we also lived in the Daytonview area, on Bryn Mawr Drive. Throughout the years I often wondered if she was ever found. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

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